A sample of the outpouring of love and memories from the Hollywood and sports worlds following the death of Michael Clarke Duncan:

“Had the pleasure of working on 2 things with Michael Clark Duncan. The Green Mile, & as guest star on CSI: NY. A real gentleman. R.I P my friend.” — actor Gary Sinise

“I can’t believe you are gone my friend. I will miss our Lakers vs Mavs bets and texts. You will not be forgotten. RIP” – Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban

“Michael Clarke Duncan passes at 54. A striking screen presence.” – film critic Roger Ebert

“ ‘When something happens, we always say it happens for a reason’ Michael Clarke Duncan 12/10/57 — 9/3/12 I’ll miss you my brother.” – actor Dwayne Johnson

“I met Michael years ago and he was such a nice guy. Very sad.” – auto racing star Danica Patrick

“Michael Clarke Duncan always had a smile on his face & a big bear hug ready for you. My thoughts & prayers are with his family& friends. RIP” – actress Olivia Munn

“RIP Michael Clarke Duncan Heaven has an amazing new angel. I will miss your smile most.” – actress-television host Holly Robinson Peete

“I will miss my friend, Michael Clarke Duncan. What an incredible soldier in God’s Plan.” – comedian-talk show host Steve Harvey

“I am so shocked and heart broken to hear about Michael Clarke Duncan’s passing. What a man of quality. Both in his life and his work.” — actress Alexa Vega

“Rip Michael Clarke Duncan. We shared sum great times! C u on the other side friend…– actress-comedian Niecy Nash

“Just heard the news.... My prayers go out to his family and [fiancee]Omarosa during this very sad time.” – former boxing champion Lennox Lewis

“Ahhh… michaelclarkeDuncan I loved you! Green Mile was epic. RIP gentlegiant” – singer-actress Katharine McPhee